Conroe, TX - U.S. Congressman Kevin Brady (R-TX-08) has been recognized as a “2018 Champion for Healthy Seniors” by the Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease in honor of his service on behalf of seniors in Texas. The award was presented to Brady's district staff by a group of local healthcare and business advocates at Brady’s Conroe office.

“Improving the quality of the Medicare program for seniors and individuals with disabilities, while reducing legislative and regulatory burdens has always been a priority for me as a member, and now Chairman, of the House Committee on Ways and Means,” Brady stated.

"Congressman Brady’s years of service in continuing to work to protect the health care needs of seniors in Texas and across the country is indisputable,” said Dr. Kenneth Thorpe with the Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease. “Our organization and patients across the state are grateful for his outstanding leadership to ensure through the Medicare Part D program that beneficiaries can continue to have affordable access to crucial prescription medications.”

The Champions for Healthy Seniors Award recognizes those Members of Congress who have exhibited outstanding leadership to protect Part D and the benefits it provides to millions of
seniors, individuals with disabilities, and their families.

The Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease is an organization of patients, providers, community organizations, business and labor groups, and health policy experts. This internationally recognized group is committed to raising awareness of the rising rates of preventable and treatable chronic diseases. Chronic diseases, such as diabetes, COPD, cancer, depression, obesity and heart disease, are the leading causes of death and disability in the United States.

I had a great visit to the brand new Grand Oaks High School, Conroe ISD where I was able to meet their staff and tour the amazing facilities. Thank you for hosting me Grand Oaks, I'm excited to see what comes next!